Last year we switched from a parent-only approach to teaching to the help of an online school. Our first year on the island it was all me, and with a part time ministry job it really sucked the life out of me. Moving to a completely new environment without the family support and familiarity made homeschooling even more difficult. The families that we had been spending our dance and music time with were no longer available. Taking out the full time teaching has given me back creative time which lets my brain engage the youngest when she needs help with a class.
I’m excited that this year she will write more, read some great classics, have a study hall to help her with any needs she may have with math or science, begin her voyage into French, and study American History up until the early 1800’s. We have also made music and theater the big focus for the year. Anyone who knows us may ask how is that any different? It comes down to her commitment to rehearsing and staying in shape. We will spend more time practicing, memorizing, and exercising. It’s not a have to. It’s a want to. She should have quite a story to tell by the end of it all.
With a week and half until we are in full swing we are hoping to enjoy the rest of our summer break. It’s a little different here because seemingly the summer never leaves. Oh sure, there is actually sweater weather for about a month, but for the most part, if we are willing to drive, we can find sun somewhere on this island. It’s just finding the time to enjoy it. This year have blocked out adventure time during the week. It could be a hike, or a paddle, or just enjoying a good book on the beach. That whole schedule is still a few days away, so my question for now is what shall we do TODAY?
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